Trained in New York by Carola Trier, a disciple of Joseph H. Pilates Certified in Pilates by Core Dynamics/Romana in the Classical Pilates Method Certified in Gyrotonic® Member of the P.M.A. I.D.E.A. Trained in Johannesburg South Africa with Sheila Wartski, R.A.D. and Chechettie Method of Ballet Graduate of The Royal Ballet, London England Honorary member of the Imperial Teachers Society of London/Chechettie Method of Ballet/Classical Greek Dance Studied Drama at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts How We Help You at The Renee Ricca Pilates & Gyrotonic Center Each of our Pilates teachers gives the new student an evaluation session prior to classes or privates where we can then direct you, to your specific skill class level. What Is Pilates? Pilates is strength, stamina, stretch, flexibility, posture, lengthening, core power, and a pathway to a healthy spine. Pilates is a journey, not an instant fix. Pilates is wonderful for all types of people from all walks of life. If you have any existing injuries, health problems, or need rehabilitation, contact us to speak with one of our professionals about getting back into shape with effective Pilates training. What is Gyrotonic®? The Gyrotonic® Expansion System® is an exercise modality that guides users to simultaneously stretch and strengthen muscles and tendons while also articulating and mobilizing the joints. Corresponding breathing patterns are engaged during the performance of the exercises, thereby increasing coordination, endurance and aerobic activity. At our studio we offer Private Sessions,Comprehensive Teacher Certifications. Group classes include all Apparatuses/Tower classes, Carola Trier Legacy Repertoire, Pilates for Buff Bones® , Orbit. Host site for BalancedBody® for MOTR™.